2008 BMW 120 vs. 1978 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. Both 2008 BMW 120 and 1978 Fiat Campagnola are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 BMW 120.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. 2008 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 1978 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 120 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
